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El Chaltén Express – Soft walks and unforgettable scenery
The day begins at 7:30 am in El Calafate, and then travel 220 km to El Chaltén, crossing the Patagonian steppe. Along the way you stop at Estancia La Leona and, weather permitting, at the Viedma Glacier Lookout, overlooking the glacial valley and Fitz Roy and Torre hills.
Already in El Chaltén, you have about 5 hours to tour the village inside the Los Glaciares National Park, making two low difficulty hikes with local guide : the first to the Mirador de los Condores (2 km, 100 m elevation), overlooking the Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre and the village; then, after homemade lunch (according to option chosen), you visit the Chorrillo del Salto, a waterfall accessible by a 500 meters trail.
Return to El Calafate begins at 16:00, arriving at hotels between 18:30 and 19:00.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The transfer is available only for accommodation with reception: If you are staying in a temporary rental or a non-reception establishment, we will indicate a nearby meeting point for departure.
Itinerary
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1El Mirador De Los Condores
Our guide will accompany you on the 2 kilometer round trip, to this viewpoint with panoramic views of El Chaltén.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Chorillo del Salto
Our accredited guide will accompany you on a 500-meter walk until you reach this beautiful waterfall where you can take pictures and enjoy your picnic if you wish.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3El Chalten
You can enjoy free time touring every corner of this beautiful town, if you do not want to make our walking options or if you have free time.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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